Hey guys,
I still haven't resolved my computer issue completely. Unfortunately I am still dealing with this lame laptop in the meanwhile and actually had lost my internet service for a little while too. I managed to get the service back up but I am still trying to get my tower to be happy. I have tried several options including various heatsink combinations but I am now not sure what the problem is other than overheating. I have yet another heatsink to try that a friend gave me. I hope this one works. I have thus far cleaned the tower inside and out including each and every component with electronics cleaner. I used to just do a major upgrade whenever I had a problem but I really don't see the value of this at this time because I am relatively satisfied with the computer's performance outside of it acting strange right now. I think that if the next heatsink/fan combination doesn't do it for me then I might have to look at the software as being the culprit and have to do a clean install of Windows. Unfortunately if the heat is still the issue I won't be able to get Windows back on either much less format my drive.
Since I have not been spending as much time online, family issues have been adressed and things seem to be running smoother. I only wish that a big contract had kept me away so busy that I couldn't hang out online. That would have been nice but I still would have come by every couple days at least.
Thanks for the concern guys. I really appreciate the fact that you guys noticed that I kind of disappeared. Hopefully I can get everything resolved and be back to regular soon.
FWIW, I came to the conclusion that I will be selling my last Marshall in the stable (1977 Master Model 50 watt MkII Lead). I played it yesterday and determined that I really don't need it anymore. Even though I took a trip down memory lane with it that gave me much joy that included classic rock and old school punk. Maybe with the proceeds I can get a Behringer or Line6? :wink: